The Access practice test is now available on myItLab. Please remember from the last two Office tests that the testing software is very particular and you must follow instructions exactly in order to receive full credit. As an example, if the testing software requests that you
Close the database
and you
Exit Access,
the software will mark it as incorrect (even though the database is undeniably closed) and you will lose points because it did not ask you to shut down the application.
You will also be taking the practice test in class on the dates specified below. During that time, I will be able to assist you with any questions or problems you may encounter. Please be aware that I will not be able to answer your questions during the actual exam.
Taking the practice test in class with your instructor able to assist you with problems is not the same as you sitting down at your computer (or in the lab) and taking the test as if it were the real thing. When you are taking your exams, you only have three tries on each step/question. When you are taking your exams, you cannot ask how to do a task.
You are on your own.
Again, I strongly urge all students to take the practice test on your own as preparation for your exam in addition to taking them in class when I am available to show you how to do tasks you might not remember how to do.
You should be taking the practice test more than once. Remember that most students who can score 100% on the practice tests on their own receive As on their exams and also as their final grades.
Practice Test Date:
Tuesday, December 6th
Exam Date:
Tuesday, December 13th
